PRB: Pen-Based Computer Unavailable While Running AfterDark

ID Number: Q79800

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WINDOWS

Summary:

SYMPTOMS

In the Microsoft Windows for Pen Computing environment, when the

AfterDark screen saver application runs a password-protected screen

saver on a pen-based computer that has no keyboard attached, it is

not possible to regain control of the machine.

CAUSE

Apparently, AfterDark installs a hook function and eliminates all

mouse activity when it installs a password-protected screen saver;

this disables pen input as well.

STATUS

Microsoft is researching this problem and will post new information

here as it becomes available.

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